The lowest energy of a quantum mechanical harmonic oscillator is \(h\nu/2\). It is referred to as
Question and options
The lowest energy of a quantum mechanical harmonic oscillator is . It is referred to as
- Activation energy
- Zero point energy
- Vibrational energy
- Ionization energy
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Zero point energy
is the zero point energy: the energy the oscillator retains even at absolute zero. Activation energy and ionization energy are unrelated concepts, and 'vibrational energy' is a general term rather than the name of this lowest level.
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